2004 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lada Niva | 1998 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |